Stephen C. Moore (Steve) grew up in Mobile and graduated from Davidson High School in 1977. Steve continued his education at the University of Alabama where he was in the honors program and graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Pre-Law. Upon graduating in 1981, Steve went to the University of Alabama School of Law. At the University of Alabama School of Law, Steve received the Justice Hugo Black Award for outstanding scholastic achievement and served as an Associate Editor of The Journal of the Legal Profession...

Frederick J. Moore III (Fred) was born and raised in Mobile Alabama and went to Mobile Christian High School where he graduated with honors in the top 10% of his class in 2003. Fred continued his education at Spring Hill College where he was a double major in Political Science and Business Management and a double minor in Pre-Law and Sociology. While at Spring Hill College, Fred was in the honors program and was a member of numerous honor societies including Pi Sigma Alpha...

18-Wheeler Accidents

Moore Law Firm offers expert legal advice and services to clients who themselves, or their loved ones, have been injured in an 18-wheeler trucking accident. Since accidents involving large commercial trucks are often particularly devastating when passenger cars are involved, it can be imperative to have an experienced attorney on your side. Our attorneys will guide you through the strict federal regulations that apply to truck drivers and the interstate trucking companies that employ them. Call our office today to speak with an attorney experienced in 18-wheeler accidents.

How Is This Different From Passenger Car Accidents?

There are several important differences between commercial trucking accidents and typical passenger car accidents. An attorney with experience in 18-wheeler accident cases can help you navigate the complexities of federal regulations governing interstate trucking companies and their drivers. One significant difference from your run-of-the-mill car crash is that when an 18-wheeler hits a much smaller passenger car, the impact is almost always devastating. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, when large truck crashes involve a car, approximately 95 percent of fatalities are from the passenger vehicle occupants or pedestrians.

Because of the likelihood of catastrophic injury, there are specific federal regulations that apply only to commercial motor vehicles, including fatigue rules for drivers and restrictions on what types of cargo can be hauled. The Federal Motor Carrier laws also have stringent restrictions involving the inspection and documentation of vehicles. Lastly, many trucks are equipped with “black boxes” that a skilled truck accident lawyer can utilize in investigations. The evidence from black boxes can be subpoenaed and used as evidence in cases involving negligent truck drivers.

What to Do If You’ve Been in an Accident With an 18-Wheeler?

It’s important to consult a qualified attorney about the specifics of your case if you’ve been in an accident with an 18-wheeler. Immediately after an accident, you should call the police and take any photographs and notes, and collect any witness contact information that you can. Your lawyer will evaluate your injury claim and attempt to prove that the truck driver caused the accident due to his negligence, and that your injuries were a result of that negligence. The most effective way to prove negligence is to demonstrate that the truck driver violated one of the state or federal regulations governing commercial vehicles. Courts consider violation of these regulations clear as indisputable proof of negligence. Two violations that are frequently committed are when a driver fails to obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL), and when drivers neglect to keep accurate logbooks.

Contact Us for a Consultation

Call Moore Law Firm today to schedule a free, initial consultation with an attorney experienced in 18-wheeler truck accidents. We are happy to answer your questions, and we will never charge attorney fees until we have succeeded with your claim.

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